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2025 saw increasing acceptance of singlehood as a valid life choice

From left behind to leading life: The rise of intentional singlehood

January 14, 2026 19:00 IST

As dating apps fatigued users and relationship timelines felt increasingly unrealistic, staying single started to feel less like a compromise and more like clarity.

Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone during Tamasha promotions

‘We expected a fight’: Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani actor recalls Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone’s professionalism on set post-breakup

January 14, 2026 10:27 IST

An actor from Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani recalls how Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone worked together after their breakup—an expert explains the emotional maturity it takes to stay cordial with an ex at work.

A couple, who are dating, holding hands at the beach

Why ‘future faking’ is the newest red flag in your dating life

January 13, 2026 23:00 IST

When someone talks about forever too soon, it can feel flattering -- until the promises disappear. A psychologist explains what ‘future faking’ is, why it happens, and how to tell it apart from genuine interest.

Anushka Sharma

Anushka Sharma, 37, pays a subtle nod to motherhood as daughter Vamika turns 5: ‘And I wouldn’t go back…’

January 13, 2026 17:58 IST

Motherhood does something that is rarely spoken about in depth.

Hema Malini

Hema Malini opens up about grief, says ‘can’t imagine life without Dharmendra’ after 57 years together: ‘I miss him every minute’; how to deal with loss of a long-time partner

January 13, 2026 15:55 IST

"It's not that we were together all the time...I feel sad without him. When will I meet him again?" Hema Malini added

Yuzvendra Chahal & Dhanashree Verma in Tarun Tahiliani for their engagement ceremony.

‘I skipped a few major cricket tournaments’: Yuzvendra Chahal speaks about moving on after divorce from Dhanashree Verma; expert on what real closure looks like

January 13, 2026 12:00 IST

After his divorce from Dhanashree Verma, cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal spoke about mentally closing that chapter and its impact on his mental health and career. A psychologist explains how divorce affects emotional well-being, focus at work, and what real closure actually looks like.

Akshaye Khanna

‘Jab tak main Ratan Tata ya Shah Rukh Khan nahi banunga…’: Expert reflects on Akshaye Khanna’s argument to choose quality work over stardom

January 14, 2026 10:36 IST

Akshaye Khanna’s stance on choosing authenticity over stardom prompts a larger conversation about self-worth and societal pressure.

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‘I couldn’t wake up in the morning…’: Shweta Bachchan Nanda on defying societal norms and redefining spending quality time with her kids

January 11, 2026 20:00 IST

With her son Agastya, she had a weekly tradition that still stands out in her memory.

smriti irani

‘Meri Marzi’: Smriti Irani on being questioned for returning to television and practically all decisions of her life

January 11, 2026 17:58 IST

Psychologists weigh in on why Smriti Irani's attitude is a vital tool for mental resilience.

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‘Mujhe sabne bola tha duniya se alag ho jao; Now, after 5 years…’: Aspirant opens up about experience of preparing for competitive exams; experts weigh in

January 11, 2026 17:41 IST

When success is linked only to exam results, repeated failures or delays can make individuals feel inadequate or unworthy.

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‘I’m dating my ex-wife’: ‘Hunterrr’ actor Gulshan Devaiah reflects on relationship journey; psychologist weighs in

January 11, 2026 11:56 IST

The reason that was possible was a lot of introspection, growth, and maturity, but a good amount of it came from talking to a trained professional in couples therapy, said Gulshan Devaiah.

kunal shares his parenting style

Kunal Kemmu details his ‘very old school’ parenting style: ‘I don’t want to hear what you have to say…’

January 11, 2026 09:05 IST

The words we choose today don’t just manage the moment they help shape the trust our children will carry into every relationship for the rest of their lives.

What are madhuri and dr nene's love languages?

Madhuri Dixit opens up about her and husband Dr Shriram Nene’s love languages: ‘English and Marathi’

January 10, 2026 12:00 IST

When asked if she ever stops him from buying cars, Madhuri Dixit told Mashable India, "No, no, nothing like that. In fact, he got me into it. We go racing on the tracks."

Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday attending a promo event in Bengaluru

‘I do it sometimes…’: Kartik Aaryan admits to calling his exes even while dating, Ananya Panday calls it a ‘red flag’; expert on how to communicate boundaries in relationships

January 9, 2026 18:12 IST

Kartik Aaryan admitted to calling his ex even while dating someone new. A psychologist explains why people stay emotionally tethered to past relationships—and when it becomes a red flag.

Priyanka Chopra's surprising entry into pageantry started with a phone call she didn’t see coming

‘My mom sent the photos’: When Priyanka Chopra spoke about her unplanned path to stardom

January 9, 2026 08:20 IST

"I had just come back from America to complete my 12th grade in India," Priyanka recalled. "My mom, I don't know, randomly — just for the heck of it — sent in my pictures"

Sunil Dutt with his wife Nargis

‘She scolded him’: Actor Ranjeet recalls Nargis staying up till 2 am to host Sunil Dutt’s friends; what such unspoken labour costs relationships

January 8, 2026 19:00 IST

Ranjeet’s story of a late-night gathering at Sunil and Nargis Dutt’s home opens a window into emotional labour, unspoken expectations of hosting, and the quiet work that often goes unnoticed behind warmth and generosity.

Actor and dancer Malaika Arora

‘I have no regrets’: Malaika Arora addresses the double standards applied to men and women when it comes to divorce; expert on its impact

January 8, 2026 11:59 IST

Malaika Arora has spoken candidly about the judgement she faced after her divorce from Arbaaz Khan, including from friends and family.

Here are the six most Googled questions people asked about love, relationships, and emotional well-being

Six most common relationship questions people asked ChatGPT in 2025

January 7, 2026 00:00 IST

From definitions around healthy communication to doubts about being in an unhealthy relationship, these queries highlight the conversations people are having quietly in their heads as well as online

Sonakshi Sinha reveals how she kept her identity hidden in college to avoid being treated differently as Shatrughan Sinha’s daughter

‘You know Shatrughan Sinha’s house, I stay behind it:’ Sonakshi Sinha says she didn’t tell her college classmates who she was

January 6, 2026 22:00 IST

Her decision to keep her identity under wraps speaks volumes; not just about her humility, but the emotional minefield that comes with fame.

Deepika Padukone recalled how her father, legendary badminton player Prakash Padukone, would discipline her as a child

‘I was locked inside the store room’: When Deepika Padukone shared her father’s way of disciplining her; what psychology says about fear-based parenting

January 6, 2026 17:57 IST

Months earlier, at the Forbes Summit in Abu Dhabi, Deepika had shared how her father’s values continue to guide her, especially now as a parent herself

Psychologist breaks down ‘curveball crushing’ dating trend

Understanding curveball crushing, the dating trend that asks you to ditch your ‘type’

January 5, 2026 19:00 IST

Instead of relying only on physical ‘must-haves,’ curveball crushing focuses on qualities that reveal themselves over a period of time

Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij have announced separation

‘There is no villain in this story’: Mahhi Vij and Jay Bhanushali announce separation after 14 years together; how it puts focus on ‘choosing peace’ and co-parenting

January 5, 2026 13:09 IST

After 14 years of marriage, Mahhi Vij and Jay Bhanushali announced their separation with a calm, conflict-free message. A psychotherapist explains what ‘choosing peace over drama’ really means for families and children.

Sania Mirza on teaching her child how to handle losing

Sania Mirza on teaching her son how to tackle defeat: ‘I have to tone it down and tell him, ‘It’s okay if you lose”

January 5, 2026 00:00 IST

Experiencing small failures early helps children manage bigger setbacks later whether it’s academic disappointment, rejection, or career challenges.

Suniel Shetty on a good partner shaping your kids' upbringing

Suniel Shetty on the impact of choosing a good life partner on your kids’ upbringing: ‘Ye sachchai hai, you will only realise this later’

January 4, 2026 20:00 IST

Raising kids is hard work — but a respectful, loving partner makes all the difference.

Radhika Apte doesn't want to bring up kids in a society where violence sells as entertainment

Radhika Apte doesn’t want to bring up kids in a society where violence sells as entertainment: ‘I just cannot deal with it’

January 4, 2026 18:00 IST

"If I want to tell a story of a man who chopped people, I don't need to see the chopping and the horrible things they are doing to the person. That's not storytelling," Apte added.

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